Recruitment Manager

FirstGroup; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual pay review

Smart health cover

Pension – 5% matched

Employee retail discount scheme

Free bus travel & reduced rail travel

Life assurance

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted Gym membership

Job summary

Specialist Passenger Solutions, a division of First Bus, is seeking a Senior Recruitment Lead to own end-to-end talent attraction and engagement. You will build the employer brand, source great candidates, and ensure a compliant, efficient hiring process across the business.

You will work closely with the People Director and Head of People to shape strategy, manage a high-volume pipeline, and deliver a superior candidate experience while championing diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• This role leads and inspires the recruitment team to attract top talent.
• 3+ years of recruitment industry experience is required.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) such as Workday.
• Proficient IT skills including MS Office suite.
• Experience delivering an in-house recruitment experience.
• CIPD Level 3 is required as a minimum.
• Valid driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and shape the recruitment strategy with the People Director and Head of People.
• Own the recruitment pipeline and partner with Operations on workforce needs.
• Plan for end-of-project transition, including re-skilling and change support.
• Act as the employer brand ambassador and attract top talent.
• Utilise recruitment data to improve impact and inform decisions.
• Ensure compliance across Right to Work, safety checks and policy guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Recruitment strategy

Talent pipeline

Workforce planning

Stakeholder management

Education

CIPD Level 3

Tools

Workday ATS

MS Office

Job description

At Specialist Passenger Solutions (SPS) we are dedicated to providing the perfect journey.

SPS was formed in 2016 and serves the passenger transport needs of the EDF Nuclear Project at Hinkley Point C (HPC)in Bridgwater, the largest construction project in Europe. We are the only transport provider for the thousands of people who go to the construction site daily to work or visit. We are now bringing this experience to Sizewell C in Suffolk, providing safe, reliable, and efficient transport for its workforce.

We are first and foremost a people business with our colleagues and clients at our heart. We bring together an exceptional mix of people to provide specialist passenger transport solutions, delivering excellence in all that we do.

We continue to invest in our people, our services and state-of-the-art technology as we look to improve our customers’ experiences. Our drivers undergo rigorous training focused on safety, responsibility, and customer service, ensuring those on board have an enjoyable journey.

SPS is a division of First Bus.

A key role within our HR function, you’ll lead our attraction and talent strategy, helping us attract and retain the very best people.

From building our employer and community profile, advertising and sourcing great talent, through to selection, onboarding and retention, you’ll own the end-to-end colleague journey and help us maintain a strong, skilled and engaged team.

Duties include:

• Lead and inspire our recruitment team, attracting exceptional people who bring the right skills, values and personality to our organisation.
• Shape and deliver our recruitment strategy, working closely with the People Director and Head of People to ensure we have the talent we need, when we need it.
• Own the recruitment pipeline, partnering with Operations to anticipate workforce needs and ensure we maintain the right level of talent and capability.
• Plan for the future, working with the People Director and Head of People on our end-of-project strategy, including effective communication, re-skilling and supporting colleagues through change.
• Be our ambassador in the community, building our profile as an employer that attracts, develops and values great people.
• Think differently about attraction, working with Communications to create fresh, engaging and inventive campaigns that get the best talent excited about joining us.
• Provide insight and challenge on talent, workforce planning and recruitment trends to support informed decision-making.
• Use recruitment data and insight to identify opportunities, measure impact and continually improve our approach to attracting and retaining talent.
• Ensure full compliance across all recruitment requirements, including Right to Work, DVLA checks, safety-critical medicals, background checks and relevant legislation and company policies.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced role that can be challenging at times, but offers huge rewards. You’ll be part of a fantastic team, making a real difference and seeing the impact of your work every day.

Essential:

• Experience in managing/leading a Recruitment team.
• 3 years plus experience in the recruitment industry
• Solid understanding of an applicant tracking system (ATS)
• Good understanding of IT, including MS Office packages.
• Experience of managing and delivering an in-house experience.
• CIPD Level 3 as a minimum
• Experienced in high volume recruitment.
• Driving Licence

Desirable:

• Applicant Tracking System experience - Workday
• Excellent knowledge of recruitment best practice and legal elements.
• Knowledge of the transport sector.

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Benefits:

• Annual pay review
• Smart health cover - our award-winning employee assistance program offers 24/7 confidential support for you and your family
• Pension – 5% contributory pension matched by us
• Employee retail discount scheme
• Free bus travel & significantly reduced rail travel for you & your family member
• Life assurance
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted Gym membership

All employees must be willing to undergo the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check and obtain a DBS certificate. These checks help ensure the honesty and integrity of individuals working at a Nuclear Licensed Site or with sensitive nuclear information.

SPS Bus welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to diversity and inclusion regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or age.